Alaska Title Bond Guide
SuretyBonds.com provides the fastest and easiest way to get an Alaska bonded title. Learn how to navigate the lost vehicle title bonding process with this complete guide.
Bond Overview
- Purpose: To guarantee legal ownership of a vehicle and protect owners
- Who Needs It: Individuals looking to register a vehicle without a valid title
- Regulating Body: The Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles
- Required Amount: 1.5x the vehicle’s value
- Premium Rates: $15/$1,000, starting at $100
What Is an Alaska Bonded Title?
An Alaska bonded title is simply a vehicle title backed by a surety bond. It proves you are the legal owner of a vehicle when the original title is invalid, unavailable or can not be transferred.
What Is an Alaska Certificate of Title Bond?
Alaska Statute 28.10.216 requires individuals to file a surety bond to register a vehicle or trailer without proper ownership evidence.
The title bond protects former owners or subsequent purchases who can sue on the bond if there's an ownership dispute. The surety company will pay valid claims up to the full bond amount, which the bonded owner must then reimburse.
What Title Bond Amount Do I Need to Register a Vehicle in Alaska?
Alaska state law requires your title bond amount to be 1.5 times the vehicle’s retail value.
The appraisal must be from a licensed dealer, insurance appraiser or a bank and meet specific documentation requirements.
How Much Do Bonded Titles Cost in Alaska?
Alaska certificate of title bond costs start at $100 for the 3-year term.
Your exact cost will depend on the bond amount required by the DMV:
- $100–$6,000 Bond: Costs $100
- $6,001–$50,000 Bond: Costs $11.50 for every $1,000 of coverage, starting at $100
- $50,000+ Bond: Prices start at $750, application require
Select your bond amount below to get started.
SuretyBonds.com offers the lowest available rates from our nationwide provider network with no added fees.
How Does an Alaska Lost Vehicle Title Bond Work?
An Alaska title bond creates a legal contract between three parties:
- Principal: You, the bonded title applicant purchasing the bond
- Obligee: The Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles requiring the bond
- Surety: The provider issuing the bond
By filing this bond, you verify you are the vehicle's sole, legal owner to the best of your knowledge. If another party provides ownership documentation, they can file a bond claim.
Who Needs a Certificate of Title Bond?
The Alaska DMV requires title bonds for vehicle registration in the following scenarios:
- You lost the original title from the seller before registering the vehicle
- You did not receive a title from the vehicle seller
- You are registering a trailer or vehicle weighing over 500 pounds without adequate proof ownership
However, the following types of vehicles are not eligible for Alaska bonded titles:
- Abandoned vehicles
- Vehicles acquired through a work and/or storage lien
- Vehicles acquired through a towing and storage lien
- Foreign vehicles without proper customs documentation
- Disassembled vehicles
Alaska vehicle title bonds are required for vehicle registration. If you plan to sell vehicles, a separate Alaska motor vehicle dealer bond is required.
How Do I Get a Certificate of Title Bond in Alaska?
You can purchase your Alaska vehicle title bond online 24/7 from SuretyBonds.com. Provide the following information for DMV filing approval:
- Vehicle identification number (VIN)
- Make, model, and body type
- License plate number and state
Once your payment is processed, you'll email your official Alaska vehicle title bond in minutes.
How Fast Can I Get My Bond?
SuretyBonds.com offers instant Alaska lost title bond delivery 24/7. Purchase now to receive your official bond in minutes by email.
*Note: If your bond amount is more than $50,000, a team member must review your order before emailing your documents.
How to Get a Bonded Title in Alaska
The Alaska Division of Motor Vehicles enforces registration requirements for vehicles missing titles. Follow the six steps below to apply for your Alaska bonded title.
Step 1: Get an appraisal
To determine your vehicle's fair retail value, have a licensed dealer, insurance appraiser, or bank conduct a physical inspection.
Step 2: Purchase a surety bond
File a 3-year bond worth 1.5 times the vehicle’s value.
Step 3: Complete an affidavit
Fill out a notarized Affidavit of Ownership.
Step 4: Complete an application
Submit a Title and Registration Application (Form V1 or Form 812) to your DMV office.
Step 5: Get a vehicle inspection
Have the DMV inspect your vehicle to verify its ID and submit a Verification of Vehicle Form 811. You can request a one-way trip permit from the DMV for the inspection if necessary.
Step 6: Submit everything to the DMV
Submit your application package to your local DMV office. It should include the title bond, title application and vehicle inspection certificate.
Once you receive your bonded title, you will officially become the legal owner of the vehicle.
Can I Sell a Vehicle With a Bonded Title in Alaska?
Yes, a Alaska bonded title allows you to register, insure and transfer ownership of a vehicle when the original title is lost. The certificate of title bond provides security for the vehicle purchaser.
Can I Update My Bond Form?
Yes, the most common changes for Alaska certificate of title bond forms include updating the:
- Vehicle information
- Owner name
- Address
If your certificate of title bond form needs amended for any reason, email [email protected] to explain the request.
Can I Get a Bonded Title With Bad Credit?
Yes, these bonds are typically available for instant purchase with no credit check. If your bond does require an application, we’ll search for the best available rate.
How Do I Renew My Certificate of Title Bond?
Alaska bonded titles expire three years from the effective date and do not renew. The state will return the bond at that time and you can apply for a standard title.
